Pinarello has introduced a new flagship gravel bike built specifically for racing, alongside an updated Grevil F range that the brand describes as “lighter, faster, and designed to be ridden for days on end.”
The Italians reckon the Dogma GR is now the “lightest aero gravel bike” on the market, with complete builds starting at 7.35kg. Pricing for the Dogma GR starts at £12,000, with the Grevil F lineup ranging from £3,000 to £10,000.
Dogma GR
The Dogma GR is Pinarello’s new flagship gravel bike, engineered as a pure racing machine and claiming to be “the lightest aero gravel bike” on the market.
It combines the speed of the Dogma F road bike, the off-road handling of the Crossista cyclocross bike, and the power transfer of the Dogma XC mountain bike, according to Pinarello.
“Lightest aero gravel bike”
Pinarello set out to create the lightest aero gravel bike on the market with the Dogma GR, without compromising on performance or versatility. The brand claims the frame weighs 960g, and when built up with a SRAM Red groupset, Princeton Grit 4540 Evo Wheels and Vittoria 40mm tyres, the complete bike reportedly comes in at 7.35kg.
A key factor in achieving this weight is Pinarello’s M40X carbon fibre, described as the “most advanced layup on the market which is lightweight, responsive and durable”. This same material is already used on their flagship Dogma F road bike.
The Dogma GR also incorporates the Aero Load System, which is an integrated storage solution within the downtube, accessible just above the bottle cage. Additionally, top tube bento bag mounts are included, and both the frame storage bag and mounts are factored into the overall frame weight.
For context, Cannondale’s SuperX gravel bike claims a weight of 7.4kg (size 56), while Canyon’s Grail CFR AXS with SRAM RED XPLR and Zipp 303 XPLR wheels is listed at 7.54kg. Trek’s Checkmate SLR 9 AXS is slightly heavier at 7.55kg. These comparisons would position the Dogma GR as one of the lightest gravel race bikes currently on the market, if the 7.35kg claim is true.
Optimised 42mm tyre clearance
The Dogma GR is designed with tyre clearance for up to 45mm at the front and 42mm at the rear, which Pinarello says strikes the “optimal balance between speed, aerodynamics, and all-terrain versatility.”
By comparison, the Cannondale SuperX offers larger clearance with up to 51mm front and 48mm rear, the Canyon Grail CFR accomodates up to 42mm tyres, while the Trek Checkmate SLR 9 also allows for tyres up to 45mm.
Aerodynamics
The Dogma GR incorporates several features that Pinarello claims are designed to enhance aerodynamic efficiency. At the front, the Dogma GR features Pinarello’s distinctive nose-shaped headtube, and this latest version is said to reduce the volume and width of the nose area “to improve the frontal aero efficiency”.
The front thru axle is also hidden within the fork leg, a detail the brand says both enhances airflow and contributes to a cleaner overall look.
The bike is equipped with the new Talon Ultra Fast GR handlebars, which share the same geometry as the Talon Ultra Fast road version, while featuring a 7° flare and 7° inward bend. This gravel-specific version includes two mounting points for TT bar extensions, allowing for additional aero positioning options.
Compliance
There are two features on the Dogma GR aimed at improving ride comfort over rough terrain: an adaptive seatpost and the Onda fork.
The seatpost offers 8mm of longitudinal flex, which the brands says is a “lightweight and efficient solution to absorb vibration without sacrificing power transfer”.
Although it has become more subtle in recent years, there’s still a distinct wave in the Onda fork found on the Dogma F road bike. The wave is less noticeable on the Grevil F’s Onda fork, but it’s still visible. Pinarello claims that the Onda fork uses a specific shape and carbon layup to help with shock/vibration damping.
Geometry
The Dogma GR is described as having race geometry which is said to “excel in efforts of under five hours”. It draws inspiration from the Crossista cyclocross bike, which Pinarello claims delivers proven responsiveness and all-terrain capability.
We can see that at a 540mm top tube length, the Dogma GR has a reach of 372.6mm, a stack of 560.6mm, and a 71° headtube angle. In comparison, Pinarello’s Crossista, with the same 540mm top tube, features a slightly lower stack of 557mm and a slightly longer reach of 377mm, while sharing the same 71° headtube angle.
Models, prices and availability
The Dogma GR is available in nine sizes and three colours: Interstellar Gret Matt, Luxter Blue Shiny and Black on Black.
It comes with a choice of two groupsets: SRAM Red XPLR AXS 1×13 and Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, and is specced with Princeton Grit 4540 Evolution DB wheels and Vittoria Terreno T30 40mm tyres.
- SRAM Red XPLR AXS (with power meter) £12,500
- Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 £12,000
- Frameset €6,700 (~£5,700)
Regarding pricing, Pinarello emphasises that “money is not an issue if the product answers the specific needs of the athlete”.
Grevil F Series
Designed for longer rides, Pinarello has updated its Grevil F series to be both “lighter and faster”, with five models that claim to offer an “extremely versatile frame” that supports a wide range of customisation.
The lineup includes the F9, F7, F5, F3, and F1, each positioned to deliver what Pinarello describes as “best-in-class performance” across different price points.
Frame materials
The range features different grades of carbon fibre across the models. The top-tier F9 and F7 are built with T900 UD carbon, which is said to combine low weight, responsiveness, and vibration absorption. Complete bikes in these models are claimed to start at 8.01kg.
The mid-level F5 and F3 use T700 UD carbon which is said to offer enhanced vibration damping. Meanwhile, the entry-level F1 is constructed from T600 carbon, designed to prioritise rider comfort.
Redesigned frame with integrated storage
The Grevil F features a redesigned flatback downtube that improves overall frame stiffness while allowing better accommodation of a larger water bottle (up to 750ml) alongside the frame bag, according to the brand.
The bottom bracket area has also been opened up to “enhance power transfer and stiffness”.
Like the flagship Dogma GR, the Grevil F range now features integrated storage within the downtube.
Cable routing is handled by Pinarello’s TiCR system, which is said to optimise aerodynamics while keeping the frame tidy without compromising compatibility with different handlebars and stems.
Tyre clearance
Tyre clearance remains unchanged on the new Grevil F models, with all bikes accommodating up to 50mm tyres. The previous generation Grevil F also supported 700c tyres up to 50mm. According to Pinarello, the Grevil F is designed to fit a wide range of tyres, from 25mm road tyres to 50mm off-road tyres, all on 700c wheels.
Compliance
The Grevil F also gets an adaptive seatpost and this one offers 10mm of longitudinal flex “helping absorb vibrations without adding weight or sacrificing efficiency”.
The redesigned Onda fork comes with size-dependent rake options of 50mm and 55mm. It’s said to be lighter, with a cleaner connection to the downtube, and helps dampen shocks and vibrations,
Additionally, twin-armed seatstays work alongside the adaptive seatpost to further absorb shocks and improve traction, says Pinarello.
Accessories
The Grevil F series supports a variety of accessories and optional extras include carbon TT bars and an aero bike rack capable of carrying a 12 litre bag with a maximum load of 15kg.
Storage options include a 1.5 litre frame bag and a bento bag that fits essentials like a CO2 valve and canister, tyre levers, inner tube, and mini pump. All accessories are sold separately.
The bike also features the Aero Load System, which integrates in-frame downtube storage and top tube bento bag mountings.
Geometry
Pinarello says that the Grevil F range is optimised for rides lasting 5+ hours. The toptube is 1cm longer than the previous model, with a shorter stack, aiming to improve off-road handling.
Comparing the Dogma GR and Grevil F, both with 530mm top tubes, the Grevil F features a longer reach (383.2mm vs 366.9mm), a taller stack (583.2mm vs 552.1mm), and a slightly steeper head tube angle (70.75° vs. 70.5°). This shows how the Grevil F is designed for a more stable, comfortable riding position.
Models, prices and availability
The Grevil F Series includes five models, with the F9 sitting at the top of the range. All builds come equipped with Vittoria Terreno T50 45mm tyres and MOST cockpit components, with weights ranging from just over 8kg to 9.6kg, and prices spanning from £3,000 to £10,000.
Pinarello Grevil F9
Groupset SRAM Red XPLR AXS 1×13 (£10,000)
Wheels DT Swiss GRC 1400
Weight 8.01kg
Colour Atlas Sun Matt
Pinarello Grevil F7
Groupsets SRAM Force XPLR AXS 1×13 (€7,200/$7,250, not available in the UK), Shimano GRX Di2 2×12 (£6,000)
Wheels MOST Gravel Carbon 45
Weights 8.60kg, 8.76kg
Colours Stone Turquoise Matt, Polaris Purple Matt
Pinarello Grevil F5
Groupset SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 1×13 (£5,000)
Wheels MOST Gravel Carbon 45
Weight 9.00kg
Colour Namib Brown Matt
Pinarello Grevil F3
Groupsets SRAM Apex AXS 1×12 (€4,300/$3,700, not available in the UK), Shimano GRX 820 2×12 (£4,000)
Wheels Fulcrum Soniq AL
Weight 9.24kg
Colour Etna Black
Pinarello Grevil F1
Groupset Shimano GRX 610 2×11 (£3,000)
Wheels Fulcrum Soniq AL
Weight 9.62kg
Colour Comet Silver Shiny
You can find out more on the Pinarello website.
2 thoughts on “Pinarello launches “lightest aero gravel bike” at 7.35kg for the top-end model, and boosts performance of Grevil F range”
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I was reading the other day that German company Bikeahead have launched a new “Superfast” gravel bike which is available in a 6.85 kg configuration, so…
It’s well over a deade since
It’s well over a deade since the con of lightweight this & that in bicycle builds was exposed as such. A difference in weight of a few kilograms, never mind a few grammes, makes only a very small difference to the average speed over a route, even with significant hills included – typically a few minutes.
https://www.cyclingabout.com/how-much-does-bike-and-gear-weight-slow-you-down/
ultra lightweight might be significant in a road race but it means nothing to the vast majority of cyclists. Even racers will prefer a resilient bicycle to one that’s so lightweight it’ll break more easily.
In race conditions, many other factors will have a greater effect on sped-for-effort than bike weight: the mechanical efficiency of the frame, forks, wheels and tyres, for example.
It’s time that this website stopped pushing the notion that lighter is always better. Other factors are more significant, including a bike design, construction and build that isn’t so flimsy that it’s more likely to break; and costs more for less, when bought and when the flimsy parts wear out and need replacing.